Redwood Falls, MN Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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29%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

17%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

38%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Redwood Falls_{/100k people}	Minnesota_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	84	n/a (estimate)	1,650	2,247	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	3.2	6.3
Rape	5	n/a	98.2	40.7	40.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	57.0	66.1
Assault	17	n/a	334.0	179.7	268.2
Violent crime	22	n/a (estimate)	432	281	370
Burglary	2	n/a	39.3	214.2	269.8
Theft	56	n/a	1,100.2	1,464.8	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	4	n/a	78.6	287.9	282.7
Property crime	62	n/a (estimate)	1,218	1,967	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Redwood Falls, MN

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Redwood Falls is 29% lower than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Redwood Falls, there were 22 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 432 per 100,000 individuals, 16.9% higher than the national average. Additionally, there were 62 property crimes, amounting to 1218 per 100,000 residents, 37.7% lower than the U.S. average.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Redwood Falls reported a murder rate of 0. This could indicate that it is a very safe place to live, but also serves as an inspiration to other urban areas striving for safer communities. Examining the full crime report will provide a complete overview of all crimes - violent and property.

Is Redwood Falls a Safe Place to Live?

Is Redwood Falls a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Redwood Falls has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 29%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.23 daily incidents, encompassing 0.06 violent crimes and 0.17 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Redwood Falls as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Redwood Falls Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Redwood Falls. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Redwood Falls has decreased by 20%. Violent crimes have increased by 4.8%, while property crimes have decreased by 26.2%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in Redwood Falls

Redwood Falls has a population density of 942.4 people per square mile, while with the national average is 90.6 people per square mile. Cities characterized by high population density are frequently larger urban centers offering diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality may be accentuated, resulting in the coexistence of poverty and affluence. Such economic disparities can contribute to elevated property crimes and on occasion, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density generally record lower Redwood Falls crime rates.

In Redwood Falls, 81.7% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of any city can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Redwood Falls has a median home price of $125,400, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

Redwood Falls crime map

The Redwood Falls crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Redwood Falls as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Redwood Falls crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Redwood Falls crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Redwood Falls crime rates are 29% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Redwood Falls are 17% higher than the national average
In Redwood Falls you have a 1 in 61 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Redwood Falls is safer than 30% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Redwood Falls has decreased by 23%

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Daily Crime In Redwood Falls (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Redwood Falls, MN per 100,000 people. In Redwood Falls, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.36 times less than the Minnesota average and 1.41 times less than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Redwood Falls is 1.54 times more than the Minnesota average and 1.17 times more than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Redwood Falls has a daily crime rate that is 1.61 times less than the Minnesota average and 1.60 times less than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is Redwood Falls (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Redwood Falls to every other city in Minnesota, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Redwood Falls safe? The gauges above illustrate that Redwood Falls is safer than 12% of every city located within Minnesota along with 30% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Minnesota and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Redwood Falls, MN is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Redwood Falls

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Redwood Falls is 1 in 232

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Redwood Falls is 1 in 83

The chance of being a victim of crime in Redwood Falls is 1 in 61

Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in Redwood Falls? In Redwood Falls, MN you have a 1 in 232 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 83 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 61 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Redwood Falls.

Year Over Year Crime In Redwood Falls (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether Redwood Falls is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Redwood Falls violent crime rates have increased by 1%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 29% year over year. Total crimes for Redwood Falls has decreased by 23% in the same time frame.

Redwood Falls police department

Item	Redwood Falls	Minnesota	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	13	7,759	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.5	1.8	3.3

There are a total of 13 Redwood Falls police officers. This results in 2.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 37.1% greater than the Minnesota average and 24% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Minnesota

State	Total offenders	Minnesota_/100K	National_/100K
Minnesota	1,283	26	266

There are a total of 1,283 sex offenders in Minnesota. This yields a total of 26 sex offenders in Minnesota per 100,000 residents which is 90% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Morgan, MN	844	113	793	906
Wabasso, MN	738	408	2,854	3,262
Morton, MN	373	408	2,857	3,265
Franklin, MN	578	410	2,870	3,280
Evan, MN	70	421	2,944	3,365
Belview, MN	366	434	3,040	3,474
Clements, MN	139	442	3,096	3,539
Redwood Falls, MN	4,977	432	1,218	1,650

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Mead, CO	4,978	282	1,802	2,084
Suncook, NH	4,975	122	979	1,101
Hazard, KY	4,974	180	918	1,098
Tipton, IN	4,974	299	1,511	1,810
Kingsford, MI	4,983	461	1,538	2,000
Redwood Falls, MN	4,977	432	1,218	1,650

Source: The Redwood Falls, MN crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.